Hamas has strongly condemned the United States' attack on Iran's nuclear facilities, expressing full confidence in Tehran's ability to defend itself against what it described as "dangerous escalation."
Former US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday night that American forces had successfully destroyed Iran's nuclear plants in three major locations, marking a significant escalation in tensions between the two nations.
In its official statement, the Palestinian armed group declared: "The US aggression against Iran is a dangerous escalation, blind obedience to the occupiers' agenda, and a clear violation of international law."
"We declare our solidarity with Iran, its leadership, and its people, and we have full confidence in Iran's ability to defend its sovereignty," Hamas added.
Regional Tensions Escalate
This development comes amid reports that Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan had previously sought US-Iran talks, but these efforts were reportedly derailed by Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's silence on the matter.
The situation has prompted several international responses, including Australia closing its Tehran embassy and ordering staff to leave Iran amid the escalating tensions.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reportedly told French President Emmanuel Macron that "Iran's nuclear rights cannot be taken away by war," signaling Iran's stance on the matter.
Meanwhile, US officials have confirmed that B-2 bombers were moved to Guam as Trump considered military action against Iran, indicating that preparations for the strike had been underway for some time.
The Houthi rebels in Yemen have also entered the fray, warning of retaliation against US ships if Washington attacks Iran, further complicating the regional security landscape.
Global Implications
The escalation between the US and Iran has sparked fears across Africa and other regions, as the conflict between Israel and Iran reaches new heights. Analysts suggest this could potentially trigger wider regional instability with global repercussions.
As tensions continue to rise, the international community watches closely for Iran's response to what many are describing as an unprecedented direct military action against its nuclear program.
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